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Operating InstructionsDigital Camera

Model No. DMC-LS80

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Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Before Use

Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,* DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

* USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

* DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Carefully observe copyright laws.Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.SDHC Logo is a trademark.Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

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Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

■ Care for the cameraDo not strongly shake or bump the camera. The camera may not be operated normally, recording of pictures may be disabled or the lens and the LCD monitor may be damaged.

• Sand or dust may cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or dust does not get into the lens, the fl ash or the terminals when using the camera on a beach etc.Make sure that water does not get into the camera when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.

• This camera is not waterproof.In case the camera comes into contact with water, wipe it off with a dry cloth. When the camera does not operate normally, contact your dealer or your nearest servicentre.

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excessive force. Uneven colours may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction.Condensation may form on the LCD monitor in places with large temperature differences. Wipe the condensation with a soft, dry cloth.If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual at fi rst.However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit.The spots will not be recorded in pictures stored in the built-in memory or a card.

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■ About the LensDo not press the lens or the lens barrel with excessive force.Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as it may cause the camera to malfunction. Also, be careful when you leave the camera outside or near a window.

■ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)

Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes as described below. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction.– When the camera is taken from the

cold outdoors to the warm indoors– When the camera is taken from outside

to inside an air-conditioned car– When cool wind from an air conditioner

etc. blows directly on the camera– In humid placesTo prevent condensation, put the camera in a plastic bag until the temperature of the camera is close to the ambient temperature. If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

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Store the batteries in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature.[Recommended temperature:15 °C to 25 °C,Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%]Always remove the batteries and the card from the camera.If the batteries are left inserted in the camera they will discharge as a weak electric current passes through them even if the camera is turned off. [Read P11 for information about Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries.]We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a cabinet.

■ About cards that can be used in this unit

You can use an SD Memory Card, an SDHC Memory Card and a MultiMediaCard.

When the term card is used in these operating instructions this refers to the following types of Memory Cards.– SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)– SDHC Memory Card (4 GB)– MultiMediaCard

More specifi c information about memory cards that can be used with this unit.

You can only use an SDHC Memory Card if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.A 4 GB Memory Card without an SDHC logo is not based on the SD Standard and will not work in this product.

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Taking pictures

Playing back / Searching

This camera can do the following things.(The featured functions are described below.)

Leave it to your camera!

Intelligent mode ( P28 )Set automatically the most appropriate settings to match the recording scene and subject.

Take pictures according to the recording condition !

Scene mode ( P48 )Shooting diffi cult situation easily such as starry skies and snow.

Taking movies !

Motion picture mode ( P55 )

Useful features for shooting !

ZOOM (EX optical zoom 4.8 x etc.) ( P33 )STABILIZER ( P68 )HIGH-SPEED burst (Approx.5.5 fps) ( P52 )INTELLIGENT ISO ( P63 )

Dark places, moving subjects

TRAVEL DATE ( P57 ) /WORLD TIME ( P59 )

When traveling abroad

Various playback modes!

Category playback ( P73 ) / Favorite playback ( P74 )Categorize the pictures up to each scene, or playing back the favorite pictures.

Seaching pictures by the date

CALENDAR ( P70 )Easy search with the calendar display


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Saving the picture data

Print out

Playback on large screen

or AV cable (supplied)

or USB cable (supplied)


on TV ( P96 )

With your printer(Use a PictBridge-compatible printer.) ( P92 )

In a photo studioGive the card to a shop assistant to print pictures. ( P86 )

Using computerSave to the hard disc or print out from your computer. ( P89 )


With your DVD recorderSave to the DVD or the hard disc.


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Contents

Before Use

Information for Your Safety ....................... 2

Preparation

Standard Accessories ............................. 10Names of the Components ..................... 11Quick Guide ............................................ 12About the Batteries ................................. 13Inserting/Removing the Batteries/Card

(Optional) ............................................ 17About the Built-in Memory/the Card ....... 18Setting Up the Clock

(Turning the camera [ON] for the fi rst time) .................................. 19Checking the clock setting .................. 19Changing the clock setting.................. 19

Basic of Mode and Menu ........................ 20About the mode .................................. 20About the menu .................................. 21

Basic settings (Setup menu) ................... 22BATTERY TYPE ................................. 23CLOCK SET ....................................... 23WORLD TIME ..................................... 23MONITOR ........................................... 23LCD MODE ......................................... 23BEEP .................................................. 23GUIDE LINE ....................................... 23TRAVEL DATE ................................... 23ECONOMY ......................................... 24AUTO REVIEW................................... 24NO.RESET ......................................... 24RESET ................................................ 25USB MODE......................................... 25VIDEO OUT ........................................ 25TV ASPECT ........................................ 25SCENE MENU .................................... 25FORMAT............................................. 25LANGUAGE ........................................ 26DEMO MODE ..................................... 26

LCD Monitor and Changes to the Display ...................................... 27

Basic

Taking Pictures Easily ( Intelligent Mode) .......................... 28

Taking Pictures in the Desired Setting ( Normal Picture Mode) .................. 30Photography basics

– exposure, focus, and color ............ 31Taking Pictures with the Zoom ............... 33

Using the optical zoom / ..................... 33the extra optical zoom (EZ)................. 33Using the easy zoom button ............... 34Using the digital zoom ....................... 35

Playing Back Pictures (Q Normal playback mode) .............. 36

Deleting Pictures .................................... 37

Advanced-Shooting

About the LCD Monitor ........................... 39Changing the information displayed ... 39Making the LCD monitor easier to see

(LCD mode) ...................................... 40Taking Pictures Using

the Built-in Flash ................................. 41Taking Close-up Pictures

(AF w Macro Shooting) ..................... 44Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 45Compensating the Exposure .................. 46Auto Bracket Recording .......................... 47Scene Mode ........................................... 48

Portrait mode .................................. 49Soft skin mode ................................ 49Self portrait mode............................ 49Scenery mode ................................. 49Sports mode.................................... 50Night portrait mode ......................... 50Night scenery mode ........................ 50Food mode ...................................... 50Party mode...................................... 51Candle light mode ........................... 51Baby mode 1 ................................... 51Baby mode 2 ................................... 51Pet mode......................................... 52Sunset mode ................................... 52High Sensitivity mode ..................... 52High-speed burst............................. 52Starry sky mode .............................. 53Fireworks mode .............................. 54


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Beach mode .................................... 54Snow mode ..................................... 54Aerial photo mode ........................... 54

Motion Picture Mode ............................... 55Vacation Date Recording ........................ 57Displaying the Time at the Travel

Destination .......................................... 59Using the [REC MODE] Mode Menu ...... 61

[PICTURE SIZE] / [QUALITY] ............. 62Setting a picture size and quality that

matches your use of the pictures ..... 62[ASPECT RATIO] ............................... 63[INTELLIGENT ISO] ........................... 63[SENSITIVITY] .................................... 64[WHITE BALANCE] ............................ 64[AF MODE] / [QUICK AF] ................... 66[BURST].............................................. 67[COLOR MODE] ................................. 67[STABILIZER] ..................................... 68[AF ASSIST LAMP]............................. 68

Advanced-Viewing

Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) .................................. 69

Displaying Pictures by Recording Date ( CALENDAR) ............................... 70

Using the Playback Zoom ....................... 71Playing Back Pictures Automatically

( Slide Show) ................................. 72Searching by Recording Information

( Category Playback) ..................... 73Playing Back Your Favorite Pictures

(★ Favorite Play) ............................... 74Playing Back Motion Pictures ................. 75Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu ...... 76

[CALENDAR] ...................................... 76[TITLE EDIT] ....................................... 76[TEXT STAMP] ................................... 78[RESIZE] ............................................. 80[TRIMMING]........................................ 81[ASPECT CONV.] ............................... 82[ROTATE] / [ROTATE DISP.] ............. 83[FAVORITE] ........................................ 84[DPOF PRINT] .................................... 85[PROTECT]......................................... 87[COPY]................................................ 88

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC ................................ 89Connecting to a PictBridge-compliant

Printer ................................................. 92Playing Back Pictures with a

TV Screen ........................................... 96

Others

Screen Display ....................................... 97Cautions for Use ..................................... 99Message Display .................................. 101Troubleshooting .................................... 103Number of Recordable Pictures and

Available Recording Time ................. 109Specifi cations ....................................... 112Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 115Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) ....................... 116Request for Service Notice

(For USA Only) ................................. 117Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ......... 118Customer Services Directory

(For USA Only) ................................. 120Précautions à prendre

(Pour le Canada seulement) ............. 121Index ..................................................... 123


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Standard AccessoriesBefore using your camera, check the contents.

BatteriesAA Alkaline batteries (LR6)

AV CableK1HA08CD0027

USB Connection CableK1HA08CD0023

CD-ROM

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StrapVFC4297

Card is optional.You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card.Consult the dealer or your nearest service centre if you lose the supplied accesories. (You can purchase the accesories separately.)

About illustrations in these operating instructions

Please note that the appearance of the product, the illustration or the menu screen are a little different from those in actual use.

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Names of the Components

AV OUT

DIGITAL

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Tripod receptacleWhen you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable with the camera attached to it.

Battery door ( P17 )

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[E. ZOOM] (Easy zoom) button ( P34 )Zoom lever ( P33 )Shutter button ( P30 , 55 )Microphone ( P55 )Flash ( P41 )Self-timer indicator ( P45 )AF assist lamp ( P68 )Lens partLens barrel[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket( P89 , 92 , 96 )LCD monitor ( P39 , 97 )Recording/playback switch ( P20 )[MENU/SET] button ( P19 )Camera ON/OFF switch ( P19 )[MODE] buttonCursor buttonsw /Self-timer button ( P45 )r /Macro button ( P44 )q /Flash mode button ( P41 )e /Exposure compensation ( P46 )/Auto bracket ( P47 ) /Backlight compensation ( P29 ) button

In these operating instructions, operations using the cursor buttons are described as follows.

e.g.: When you press the r button.

Status indicator ( P17 )[DISPLAY] button ( P39 )[Q.MENU] ( P61 ) /Delete ( P37 ) button DC coupler door ( P89 , 92 )Card door ( P17 )Strap eyelet

We recommend attaching the strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.

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Quick GuideThis is the overview of the procedure to record pictures with this camera. For each operation, be sure to refer to the corresponding pages.

Insert the batteries. ( P17 )

When you do not use the card (optional), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory. Refer to P18 when you use a card.

Turn the camera on to take pictures.

Set the clock. ( P19 )Select the type of battery in use in [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. ( P23 )

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1Set the recording/playback switch to [ ].

2Press the shutter button to take pictures. ( P30 )

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2Select the picture you want to view. ( P36 )

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About the BatteriesUsable batteries

AA Alkaline batteries (supplied)AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (optional)AA Oxyride batteries (optional)

One of the following messages appears when you insert batteries for the fi rst time, change the batteries when they become exhausted etc. [CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: ALKALINE/Ni-MH] / [CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: OXYRIDE]If the batteries inserted are different from the type displayed in the message, set [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. ( P23 ) The battery type that is set can be distinguished by the color of the battery indication (white or blue).

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A When alkaline/Ni-MH batteries are selectedThe battery indication turns white.

B When oxyride batteries are selected The battery indication turns blue.

We recommend using Panasonic batteries.Battery performance may vary greatly depending on the brand used and the storage life and conditions of the batteries.Battery performance temporarily deteriorates in low temperature conditions [10 °C (50 °F) or less]. However, it recovers when the temperature returns to normal.Depending on the temperature and the

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conditions of use, the camera may not operate properly and the batteries may become exhausted without warning because the battery indication is not displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction.We recommend turning the camera off frequently while recording to conserve battery power for longer battery life. If you will be using the camera for long periods of time, using rechargeable Ni-MH batteries is recommended.Exhausted batteries may recover some performance if left for a period of time. However, they cannot be used for a long time. Be sure to replace them with new batteries.

Unusable batteries

Manganese batteries

Lithium batteries

Nickel batteries Ni-Cd batteries

Operation is not guaranteed when using the batteries listed above. The batteries can leak and the following malfunctions can occur:

The remaining battery power is not displayed accurately.The camera does not turn on.Data written to the built-in memory or the card is damaged resulting in loss of the photographs.

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Battery shapes that cannot be usedBatteries with unusual shapes cause leakage, heat generation or explosion if inserted in the camera.Batteries with the covering partly or fully peeled off. Never use these batteries. (Refer to the illustration below.)

All or part of the covering on the battery is peeled off.

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Proper Care and Handling of BatteriesMishandling batteries may cause leakage, heat generation, fi re or explosion. Observe the following.

Do not heat or expose to fl ame.Do not splash batteries with water/sea water or wet battery terminals.Do not peel off or scratch the covering on batteries.Do not drop, throw or subject batteries to other strong impacts.Do not use batteries that show signs of leakage, deformation, discoloration etc.Do not store batteries in high humidity areas or high temperatures.Keep batteries away from children.Always use 2 new batteries of the same type when replacing batteries.Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.Batteries may heat up soon after you start using the unit. Turn the camera off and wait until the battery temperature decreases before removing them.Battery performance deteriorates and recording/playback time decreases when the ambient temperature is low [10 °C (50 °F) or less]. This is particularly true when using alkaline or oxyride batteries

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so warm them in your pocket etc. before using them. Make sure that no metal objects such as a lighter are placed together with the batteries when warming them in your pocket.If there is grease or dirt on the battery poles, the recording/playback time may become extremely short. Before inserting the batteries, clean the battery terminals with a soft, dry cloth.

If battery leakage occurs, remove the batteries and thoroughly wipe the leakage in the battery compartment. Insert new batteries or fully charged Ni-MH batteries.

If battery electrolyte spills on your hands or clothes, thoroughly wash them with water. Battery electrolyte can cause loss of sight if it comes into contact with your eyes. Do not rub your eyes. Wash them immediately with clean water and consult a doctor.

Ni-MH Batteries (Nickel Metal Hydride)

You can use Ni-MH batteries after charging them with a nickel metal hydride battery charger. However, improper handling of the batteries may cause leakage, heat generation, fi re or explosion. Observe the following.

If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.If there is dirt on the battery poles, you may not be able to charge normally. Clean the battery poles and the battery recharger terminals with a soft, dry cloth.When charging batteries for the fi rst time, or after having not used them for a long period of time, they may not charge fully.This is a feature of Ni-MH batteries and is not a malfunction. Battery performance will become normal after a few charges and discharges.

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We recommend charging the batteries after they are fully discharged. If you charge the batteries before they are fully discharged, it can reduce battery performance. This is called “memory effect”.If “memory effect” occurs, continue using the batteries until the camera stops working and then charge them fully.Battery performance will be restored after a few charges and discharges.Over time Ni-MH batteries naturally discharge and their capacity lowers even when they are not used.Once the batteries have reached full charge, do not continue to charge them.Do not peel off or scratch the covering on Ni-MH batteries.Read the operating instructions for the battery charger.

Ni-MH batteries have a limited life. Battery capacity gradually decreases over time. If the length of time you can use the camera is extremely short even after fully charging the batteries, they may have exceeded their life span. Purchase new batteries.

Battery life differs depending on the conditions of storage and usage and the environment.

When not using the batteries for a long period of time

If the batteries are left in the camera they will discharge. This is because a small electrical current continues to fl ow even when the camera is turned off. If the batteries continue to be left in the camera, they will discharge excessively and may become unusable even if charged.When storing the batteries for a long period of time, we recommend charging them once a year. Remove the batteries from the camera and store them again after they have completely discharged.

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Battery life The number of recordable pictures (By CIPA standard in normal picture mode [ ])

Batteries Used Number of recordable pictures (Approx.)Panasonic Alkaline batteries (supplied or optional)

150 pictures(75 min)

Fully charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional)


Panasonic Oxyride batteries (optional)


Recording conditions by CIPA standardTemperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50% when the LCD monitor is on*1.

*1 The number of recordable pictures decreases when the auto power LCD, power LCD or high angle mode is used.

Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card(16 MB)Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [MODE1]) Recording once every 30 seconds, with full fl ash every second recording.Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.Turning the camera off every 10 recordings./Leaving the camera until the batteries cool down.CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].

The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases.(e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes: about 1/4 the number when recording once every 30 seconds)

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The number of recordable pictures in low temperatures (In normal picture mode [ ] when the temperature is 0 °C (32 °F) and other recording conditions comply with CIPA standard.)

Batteries Used Number of recordable pictures (Approx)Panasonic Alkaline batteries (supplied or optional)

40 pictures(20 min)



Panasonic Oxyride batteries (optional)

50 pictures(25 min)

Please note that the performance of oxyride batteries and alkaline batteries signifi cantly decreases in low temperature conditions.

Playback time

Batteries Used Continuous playback time (Approx.)Panasonic Alkaline batteries (supplied or optional)

420 min


610 min

Panasonic Oxyride batteries (optional) 430 min

The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and how the battery is stored.The number of recordable pictures and the playback time will also vary depending on the brand and type of batteries used.We recommend using economy mode (P24) or turning off the camera frequently while recording to maintain battery power.

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Check that the camera is turned off.Use alkaline batteries (supplied), Ni-MH batteries (optional) or oxyride batteries (optional).Prepare a card.You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. ( P18 )

Slide the battery door A or the card door B to open it.

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Press and keep the lever down and slide the door.

Batteries:Insert the batteries with the ( and ) poles aligned correctly.Card:Insert the card with the label side facing the back of the camera until it clicks and locks.To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright.

Do not touch the connection terminals on the back side of the card.

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1Close the battery door or the card door.

2Slide the battery door or the card door to the end and then close it fi rmly.

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Select the battery type being used in [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. ( P23 )Remove the batteries after use.Remove the batteries after the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn off. Otherwise, the settings on the camera may not be stored properly.Do not remove or insert the batteries or the card while the unit is on, particularly while accessing the built-in memory or the card. This can damage data.We recommend using Panasonic’s SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card.

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About the Built-in Memory/the CardThe built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the card being used becomes full.

Built-in Memory [ ]You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (The built-in memory cannot be used when a card is inserted.)

You can copy pictures from the built-in memory to a card ( P88 ).The built-in memory capacity is about 23 MB.Picture size is fi xed to QVGA (320 × 240 pixels) when recording motion pictures to the built-in memory.

Card [ ]You can record or play back pictures on a card.

About SD Memory Card (optional), SDHC Memory Card (optional) and MultiMediaCard (optional)

The SD Memory Card, the SDHC Memory Card and the MultiMediaCard are small, lightweight, removable external memory cards. Read P5 for information about cards that can be used in this unit. The SDHC Memory Card is a memory card standard decided by the SD Association in 2006 for high capacity memory cards more than 2 GB.The reading/writing speed of the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card is fast. The SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are equipped with a Write-Protect switch A that can inhibit writing and formatting. (When the switch is slid to the [LOCK] side, it is not possible to write or delete data on the card and format it. When the switch is unlocked, these functions become available.)

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This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in the FAT12 and FAT16 systems that comply with SD Memory Card Specifi cations. It also supports SDHC Memory Cards formatted in the FAT32 system.This unit (SDHC compliant equipment) supports both SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards. You can use SDHC Memory Cards on equipment that supports them. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on equipment that supports SD Memory Cards only. (When you use SDHC Memory Cards on other equipment, make sure to read the equipment’s operating instructions. If you intend to have your pictures printed by someone, fi rst fi nd out if they are able to use SDHC Memory Cards.)

Please confi rm the latest information on the following website.http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs(This site is in English only.)

Refer to P109 for the number of recordable pictures and available recording time on a card.Use the high speed SD Memory Card or the high speed SDHC Memory Card for motion picture recording.

Save important data in such places as your PC as well. Electromagnetic waves, static electricity, unit malfunctions, card damages and other factors may destroy or erase data.If the card was formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it again on the camera. ( P25 )Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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Setting Up the Clock (Turning the camera [ON] for the fi rst time)

Initial settingThe clock is not set when the camera is shipped. When you turn the camera on, the following screen appears.

DISPLAY

MENU

SET

PLEASE SET THE CLOCK3 CLOCK SET

Press [MENU/SET].

Press e/r/w/q to select the date and time.

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M/D/Y

00 JAN 1 2008

A Time at the home areaB Time at the travel destination ( P59 )C Appearencew/q : Select the desired item.e/r : Set date, time and the display

order for the date and time.A : To cancel without setting the clock.

Press [MENU/SET].

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Checking the clock setting

1 Press [DISPLAY] several times.Current date and time will be displayed on the bottom left of the screen for about 5 seconds.

Changing the clock setting

1 Press [MENU/SET].2 Press e/r to select [CLOCK SET].3 Press q and perform the above steps 2

and 3 for setting.4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

When batteries have been inserted for more than 3 hours, the clock setting is stored in the camera for approximately 3 months even if the batteries are removed.You can set the year from 2000 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used.Set the date so that the correct date is printed when you order prints or use the text stamp.If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera.

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Basic of Mode and Menu

About the mode

Selecting recording mode or playback mode.

Recording/playback switch

MENU

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MODE

Slide the recording/playback switch to (up) or Q (down).

: Recording modeQ : Playback mode

Press [MODE] to display the mode selection screen.(Example: Normal picture mode)

MENU

REC MODE

INTELLIGENT

NORMAL PICTURE

SCENE

MOTION PICTURE

SELECT SET

Select a mode using e/r and press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

Refer to corresponding page for more details on each mode. (Right)

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Recording mode

Intelligent mode P28

Taking pictures easily.

Normal picture mode P30

Use this mode for normal recording.

Scene mode P48

Taking pictures according to the scene.

i Motion pictures mode P55

This mode allows you to record motion pictures.

Playback mode Normal playback mode P36

Playing back the pictures normally.

a Slide show mode P72

Playing back the pictures continuously.

Category playback mode P73

Playing back the pictures by recorded information.

★ Favorite playback mode P74 Playing back the pictures set as your favorite.


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About the menu

This camera contains various menus to enable you to setup your own preferences for recording and playing. Displayed menu items vary depending on each mode.

Setup menu (Common in recording mode / playback mode) P22

To setup the default setting of the camera, such as the batteries, clock, etc.

Recording menu (Only in recording mode) P61

To setup the picture size, ISO sensitivity, etc.

Playback menu (Only in playback mode) P76

To setup the preference for editing, printing (DPOF), etc.

Changing the menu settingsExample shown below describes how to set recording menu (in normal picture mode [ ])■

Press [MENU/SET].

Select item

Indicating the fi rst page of a 3-page menu.

You can move to the next page by pressing r on the item at the bottom.

Confi rm

Exit

When switching to SETUP menu

Select Move to the menu icons

REC MODEPICTURE SIZE

QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT


QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT


QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT


QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT


QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT

SETUPBATTEY TYPE

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

MONITOR

LCD MODE

SELECT EXIT

Select the setting


QUALITY

ASPECT RATIO

Intelligent ISO

SENSITIVITY

SELECT EXIT

Show the setting

How to switch the screen to the next or previous page.

OFF

AUTOOFF

AUTO OFF

OFF

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Basic settings ( Setup menu)Setting up the preference of battery type, clock, economy mode, etc.

Make sure to set [BATTERY TYPE].If the type of battery being used and the type of battery selected are not the same, the battery indication will not be displayed correctly. And also the battery life may become short.We recommend confi rming the settings for [CLOCK SET], [AUTO REVIEW] and [ECONOMY].

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Press w and select an icon using r.

SETUP menu screen appears.

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BATTERY TYPECLOCK SETWORLD TIMEMONITORLCD MODE OFF

Press q and select the item using e/r.

You can turn to the next page by pressing r on the item at the bottom. You can turn the pages by rotating the zoom lever.Refer to P23 - 26 for more details on menu items.

MENU

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SELECT EXIT

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The further items will be displayed depending on items. Press q again, and select the settings using e/r.

LCDMENU

SETUP

SELECT EXIT

BATTERY TYPE

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

MONITOR

LCD MODE

Press [MENU/SET] to confi rm the setting, and press it again (several times) to close the menu.

Items set are limited for intelligent mode [ ].

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Press [ ] to display menu, enter the setup menu [ ] and select the item. ( P22 )The setting marked “q” means it is the initial setting.

Select the type of batteries you have inserted. BATTERY TYPE

Select the type of battery being used from the following 2 types.

q ALKALINE (LR6)/Ni-MH OXYRIDE (ZR6)

If the type of battery being used and the type of battery selected are not the same, the battery indication will not be displayed correctly.

3 Set the date and time.CLOCK SET ( P19 )

Change date and time.

WORLD TIME ( P59 )

Set date and time at your home area and the travel destination.

: The local time at the travel destination

q : The time at your home area

x MONITOR

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor in 7 steps.

LCD MODE ( P40 )

Set to make the LCD monitor easier to see.

q OFF : AUTO POWER LCD : POWER LCD : HIGH ANGLE

In playback mode, only [OFF] or [POWER LCD] is selectable.

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6 BEEPSet to select the volume of operational sound.

7 : No operational soundq 8 : Soft operational sound 9 : Loud operational sound

GUIDE LINE ( P39 )

REC. INFOSet whether recording information is displayed with guide lines.

q OFFON

PATTERNSelect the pattern of the guide lines.

q

TRAVEL DATE ( P57 )

Set the departure and return dates.

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Restrict battery consumption ECONOMY

5 POWER SAVEIf you perform no operations, the camera turns off automatically after the interval you set.

OFF 1 MIN. 2 MIN.q 5 MIN. 10 MIN.

Press the shutter button halfway or restart the camera to cancel.Power save is fi xed to [2 MIN.] when [AUTO LCD OFF] is activated and it is [5 MIN.] in intelligent mode [ ].This function is not activated in the following cases.

When connected to the PC / printerWhile recording / playing back motion picturesWhile performing slide show AUTO LCD OFF

LCD monitor is turned off automatically while the camera is not in use for the set time.

q OFF 15 SEC. 30 SEC.

The status indicator lights while the LCD monitor is turned off. Press any button to turn on the LCD monitor again.This function is not activated in the following cases.

While a menu screen is displayedWhile the self-timer is setWhile recording motion pictures

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P Show images you have taken. AUTO REVIEW

Adjust how long the recorded picture automatically appears on the screen.

OFF 1 SEC.q 2 SEC. HOLD ZOOM

When [HOLD] is selected, the picture remains on the display. Press [MENU/SET] to cancel.When [ZOOM] is set, the picture is displayed for 1 second, then at 4 × zoom for further 1 second.AUTO REVIEW works even if set to [OFF] in [AUTO BRACKET], [BURST] or [HI-SPEED BURST]. However, [HOLD] and [ZOOM] are disabled.You can not change settings in [AUTO BRACKET], [BURST], [SELF PORTRAIT], [HI-SPEED BURST] and Motion Picture modes.Fixed to [2 SEC.] in intelligent mode [ ].

2 NO.RESET

Set this when you want to start the fi le number of the picture from 0001 on the next recording.

The folder number is updated, and the fi le number starts from 0001.The folder number can be assigned from 100 to 999. When the folder number reaches 999, it cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.To reset the folder number to 100, you must fi rst reformat the built-in memory or the card. After this perform [NO.RESET] to reset the fi le number, after which a screen appears asking whether you want to reset the folder number. Select [YES].

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1 RESET

The settings on the recording or the [SETUP] menu are reset to the initial settings.

When you reset the SETUP settings, following settings are also initialized.

Birthday and name settings in [BABY] and [PET] modeThe number of days that have passed since the departure date for [TRAVEL DATE][WORLD TIME] setting

[FAVORITE] is fi xed to [OFF], and [ROTATE DISP.] is fi xed to [ON].The battery type setting, the folder number and the clock setting are not changed.

USB MODE ( P89 , 92 )

Set the USB mode to be used when connecting the camera to a computer or a printer.

q SELECT ON CONNECTION PictBridge (PTP): Connects the

camera to a PictBridge compliant printer

PC: Connects the camera to a PC

When you set [SELECT ON CONNECTION], [PictBridge] / [PC] selection screen will be displayed when connecting with USB cable.

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Set to [NTSC] or [PAL] according to the TV system in your country.

q NTSC: Video output is set to NTSC system.

PAL: Video output is set to PAL system.

TV ASPECT ( P96 )(Playback mode only)

Set to [j] or [h] according to your television.

j: Select if your television has a 16:9 aspect ratio.

q h: Select if your television has a 4:3 aspect ratio.

SCENE MENU ( P48 )

Setup the screen in SCENE mode

OFF : Displays the currently selected scene mode screen

q AUTO : Displays scene selection screen

0 Initializing the built-in memory or a card. FORMAT

Usually, it is not necessary to format the built-in memory and the card. Format them when the message [BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR] or [MEMORY CARD ERROR] appears. Use batteries with suffi cient power when formatting.

Once formatting has been completed, all data including protected pictures will be deleted. Make sure not to delete them before formattingWhen the card is not inserted, built-in memory can be formatted. When the card is inserted, the card can be formatted.

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If you press [MENU/SET] while formatting the built-in memory, the formatting will stop halfway. (However, all the pictures will be deleted.)Do not turn the camera off during formatting.It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card. (Max. about 15 sec.)You cannot format an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card when the card’s Write-Protect switch set to [LOCK].If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center.For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: [email protected]

{ LANGUAGE

Set to the language on the menu screen from the following languages.

q [ENGLISH]: English [DEUTSCH]: German [FRANÇAIS]: French [ESPAÑOL]: Spanish [ITALIANO]: Italian [ ]: Chinese (Traditional)* [日本語]: Japanese

* Available in Canada onlyWhen you set to other language by mistake, select [{] from the menu icons to set the desired language.

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DEMO MODE

Display the demonstration.

JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO. (below) AUTO DEMO: Displays the product

image as a slide show

[JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO.] only works in recording mode.Press [DISPLAY] to fi nish [JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO.].Press [MENU/SET] to fi nish [AUTO DEMO].While the AV cable is connected to the camera, [AUTO DEMO] is not available.

About demonstration of jitter/movement detection screenThe camera automatically detects jittering and movement of the subject and indicates them. (You cannot shoot while the demonstration is on.)

DISPLAY

JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO.

CANNOT BE DISPLAYEDIN REC MODE

EXIT

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A Jitter indicatorB Movement indicator

The demonstrations can also be displayed on quick setting (P61).The demonstrations are examples only. The automatic ISO sensitivity setting using movement detection only works in Intelligent ISO and the [SPORTS], [BABY] and [PET] modes.

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Display in normal picture mode [ ]. (at the time of purchase)

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Recording modeFlash mode ( P41 )

The fl ash icon turns red when activating the fl ash and pressing the shutter button halfway.

AF areaThe AF area displayed is bigger than usual when taking pictures in dark places.

Focus ( P30 )Picture size ( P62 )Quality ( P62 )6 : Jitter alert indication ( P32 )

Battery indication

The battery indication turns red and blinks. (The status indicator blinks when the LCD monitor is turned off.)Replace with new batteries or fully charged Ni-MH batteries.

Remaining number of recordable pictures ( P109 )Recording indication

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Built-in memory / Card ( or lights red during accessing.)

Do not do the following when the access indication lights.

Turn the camera off.Remove the batteries or the card .Shake or impact the camera.Disconnect the AC adaptor (optional).

Observe the above caution also when pictures are being read or deleted or the built-in memory (or the card) is being formatted.The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. (Max. about 7 sec.)

Shutter speed ( P28 ) Aperture value ( P28 )

If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red. (They do not turn red when the fl ash is activated.)

Optical image stabilizer ( P68 )

For details about other displays, refer to P97 .Changing the displayPress [DISPLAY] to change the display.Choose whether to display information such as the number of pixels and possible number of images for recording while you are shooting. For details, refer to P39 .

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Taking Pictures Easily ( Intelligent Mode)The camera automatically sets the adequate settings according to the subject and recording condition. This mode is recommended for beginners to take pictures easily.

Set the camera to intelligent mode [ ].

MENU

SET

MODE

1 Set the recording/playback switch to rec mode and press [MODE].

2 Select [ INTELLIGENT] and press [MENU/SET].

Hold this unit gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.

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Aim the composition and press the shutter button half way.

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The camera beeps twice when the subject is focused. The focus range is 5 cm (0.16 feet) to Z. However, the available distance between the camera and the subject becomes farther as you set high magnifi cation (up to 30 cm (0.98 feet) to Z).Refer to P44 for the focus range of [i-MACRO].

Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.

The following functions are automatically activated.

INTELLIGENT ISOThe camera automatically sets the adequate ISO sensitivity and shutter speed according to the action and brightness of the subject.

QUICK AFFocusing will be faster when the shutter button is pressed as the camera automatically adjusts the focus when there is not much jittering.

STABILIZERThe camera automatically detects and compensate jittering.

MACRO[ i-MACRO] is automatically set when the subject is close to the camera.

i-MACRO may not work according to the recording condition. In that case, the setting is fi xed to initial setting of intelligent mode [ ].

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You can automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically ( P32 , 83 ).When you press the shutter button, the screen may become bright or dark for a moment. This function allows easy adjustment of focus and the recorded picture will not be affected.Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button.Do not cover the photo fl ash or the AF assist lamp with your fi nger or other objects.Do not touch the lens.You cannot use the following functions.

Exposure compensationAuto bracketDIGITAL ZOOM

Flash ( P41 )You can select the setting of fl ash among AUTO [r], RED-EYE REDUCTION [s] or FORCED OFF [v]

The Backlight Compensation (Intelligent mode [ ] only)

Press e to compensate that backlight cause the subject to appear dark. (Press again to cancel.)

This icon appears when you are using backlight compensation.

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Standard settings of Intelligent mode (Fixed)

WHITE BALANCE: AWBSENSITIVITY: Intelligent ISOAF MODE: 5-area-focusingQUICK AF: ONAF ASSIST LAMP: ONPOWER SAVE: 5 MIN.SELFTIMER: OFF, 10 SEC.

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Menu Settings

REC MODE menu

PICTURE SIZE* ( P62 )ASPECT RATIO ( P63 )BURST ( P67 )COLOR MODE* ( P67 )STABILIZER* ( P68 )

SETUP menu

BATTERY TYPE ( P23 )CLOCK SET ( P19 )WORLD TIME ( P23 )BEEP ( P23 )LANGUAGE ( P26 )

* The available settings differ from the other recording modes.

The settings for above mentioned recording menu (except [BURST]) are effective only for intelligent mode [ ]. The SETUP menu settings are applied in all modes.

Quick settingUsing [Q.MENU] and the cursor button, you can easily make the following settings.

STABILIZER ( P68 )BURST ( P67 )PICTURE SIZE ( P62 )LCD mode ( P40 )

MENU

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EXITSELECT

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Taking Pictures in the Desired Setting ( Normal Picture Mode)

This mode allows you to take pictures freely as more variegated setup is available than intelligent mode [ ].

Set the camera to normal picture mode [ ].

The [ NORMAL PICTURE] is set as initial setting when the camera is shipped.

MENU

SET

MODE

1 Set the recording/playback switch to rec mode and press [MODE].

2 Select [ NORMAL PICTURE] and press [MENU/SET].

Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

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Aim the AF area D to the point you want to focus on, and press the shutter button halfway to focus.

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The camera beeps twice when the subject is focused.The camera can focus between 50 cm (1.64 feet) and Z.The followings indicate that the subject is out of focus.

Focus indication blinks (green).AF area turns white to red or no AF area.Beeps 4 times.

The focus indicator may light even if the subject is not properly focused if the subject is out of range.

Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.

Using the fl ashIf the fl ash is set to AUTO [r] or AUTO/Red-eye reduction [s], the fl ash will work when you press the shutter button if the camera determines that the area to be shot is too dark.

You can change the fl ash settings ( P41 ).

When you press the shutter button, the screen may become bright or dark for a moment. This function allows easy adjustment of focus and the recorded picture will not be affected.Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button.Do not cover the photo fl ash or the AF assist lamp with your fi nger or other objects.Do not touch the lens.

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Photography basics – exposure, focus, and color

A little knowledge about exposure, focus and color will come in handy when you are having trouble with a shot.

Are images dark?

Exposure problemsRefer to P46

In normal picture mode [ ], Auto Exposure (AE) normally sets the correct exposure for you, but images may be dark if there is backlight. Use exposure compensation in these situations for brighter images.

Focus problemsRefer to P32 , 48

In normal picture mode [ ], Auto Focus (AF) normally sets the correct focus for you, but images may be unfocused in the following situations. The camera can focus between 50 cm (1.64 feet) and Z.

When shooting something that is far away and something that is close by at the same time.When shooting through a dirty window.When there are sparkling or shiny objects around the subject.When shooting in a dark place.When shooting a subject that is moving fast.When shooting a scene with minimal contrast.When shooting something very bright.When taking a close-up picture of the subjectWhen there is jitter.

Use AF/AE lock or macro in these situations.

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How the subject appears depends on the kind of lighting, so colors in different lights will be different. This unit adjusts the color automatically to give a more natural result. (Auto white balance)You can also adjust the white balance to suit different situations to reproduce natural colors.


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When you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area ( AF/AE Lock)

When recording a picture of people with a composition like the following picture, you will not be able to focus the camera on the subject because the people are outside the AF area.

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In this case,Aim the AF area at the subject.Press the shutter button halfway to fi x the focus and the exposure.

The focus indication lights when the subject is focused.

Press and hold the shutter button halfway while moving the camera as you compose the picture.Press the shutter button fully.

You can repeatedly retry AF/AE lockbefore pressing the shutter button fully.

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Direction detection functionIf you take pictures by holding the camera vertically, the information of the rotation on the pictures is automatically added and recorded to the pictures. When [ROTATE DISP.] ( P83 ) is set to [ON], you can rotate and display pictures on the screen or the TV according to the information of the rotation on the pictures.This function may not work properly on pictures recorded by aiming the camera up or down.In motion picture mode [i], you cannot use the direction detection function.

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[NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHT SCENERY], [PARTY], [CANDLE LIGHT], [STARRY SKY], [FIREWORKS] mode

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Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Using the optical zoom /the extra optical zoom (EZ)

You can make people and subjects appear closer with the 3 times optical zoom, and landscapes can be recorded in wide angle. (35 mm fi lm camera equivalent: 33 mm to 100 mm)To record in wider angle without deteriorating (Extra optical zoom), do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (h/ /j)

To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.

To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide.

Maximum ZoomWhen the picture size is set except highest resolution, optical zoom become extra optical zoom to enlarge more.Enlargement : Max. 4.8 ×

However, maximum zoom magnifi cation varies depending on the aspect ratio as follows.

Aspect ratio PixelsMaxmum zoom

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The optical zoom is set to Wide (1 ×) when the camera is turned on.If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again.The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interrupt the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated.In motion picture mode [i], the zoom magnifi cation is fi xed to the value set at the start of recording.“ EZ” is an abbreviation of [Extended optical Zoom].If you set a picture size that activates the extra optical zoom, the extra optical zoom icon [ ] is displayed on the screen when you use the zoom function.The zoom will stop moving for an instant near [W] (1 ×) when the extra optical zoom is used. This is not a malfunction.The indicated zoom magnifi cation is an approximation.The extra optical zoom cannot be activated in the following modes.

Motion picture mode [i][HIGH SENS.][HI-SPEED BURST]

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Using the easy zoom buttonPress the [E.ZOOM] button to quickly zoom. Actual zoom factors depend on the pixel recording setting.

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When the picture size is set to the highest resolution for each aspect ratio

Resolution is temporarily reduced and you can use the extra optical zoom.

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magnifi cationThe resolution becomes smaller as shown below when the extra optical zoom is used. The color of the zoom bar and the resolution displayed on the screen change at this time.

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Press [E.ZOOM] until the zoom starts working. The easy zoom is also activated if the zoom position is anything other than Wide.You can further extend the zoom to the Digital zoom range when [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON].Only digital zoom can be activated in motion picture mode [i], [HIGH SENS.] and [HI-SPEED BURST].The indicated zoom magnifi cation is an approximation.

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O Using the digital zoom Further extending the zoom

A maximum of 12 × zoom can be achieved with the 3 × optical zoom and the 4 × digital zoom when [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON] in the [REC MODE] menu. However, if a picture size that can use extra optical zoom is selected, a maximum of 19.1 × zoom can be achieved with the 4.8 × extra optical zoom and the 4 × digital zoom.

Maximum Zoom

Press [MENU/SET] when the recording/playback switch is set to [ ].

When a scene mode is selected, select the recording menu and then press q.

Press e/r to select [DIGITAL ZOOM] and then press q.

Press r to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET].

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WHITE BALANCE AF MODEQUICK AFBURSTDIGITAL ZOOM

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For example: When using the digital zoom and the extra optical zoom [ ] (3M EZ) at the same time.

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In intelligent mode [ ]When the intelligent ISO setting is activatedIn [SPORTS], [BABY1] / [BABY2], [PET], [HIGH SENS.] and [HI-SPEED BURST] mode

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Playing Back Pictures (Q Normal playback mode)Select the normal playback mode [ ] ( P20 ).The picture data on the built-in memory appears when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted.

Playing Back PicturesPress w/q to select the picture.

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w : Play back the previous picture.q : Play back the next picture.

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This camera is based on the DCF standards (Design rule for Camera File system) which was established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).The LCD monitor may not be able to display the details of the recorded pictures. You can use the playback zoom ( P71 ) to check the details of the pictures. If you play back pictures that have been recorded with other equipment, the picture quality may deteriorate. (The pictures are displayed as [THUMBNAIL IS DISPLAYED] on the screen.)When changing the folder name or fi le name on a PC, the pictures will not be played back.When playing back a fi le out of standard, the folder/fi le number is indicated by [—] and the screen may turn black.You cannot play back the audio of still pictures with audio recorded on other equipment.The lens barrel retracts about 15 seconds after switching from [REC MODE] to [PLAYBACK] mode.

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37VQT1L68

Basic

Deleting PicturesThe picture data on the built-in memory is deleted when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card is deleted when a card is inserted.

Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Please double-check before deleting pictures.To delete a single picture

Select the picture with w/q.

Press [ ].

Press w to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].

MENU

SETMENUCANCELA SET

DELETE

YES

DELETE SINGLENO

SELECT

MULTI DELETE

ALL DELETE

While deleting the picture, [A] appears on the screen.

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To delete [MULTI DELETE] (up to 50 pictures) / [ALL DELETE]

Press [ ].

Press e/r to select [MULTI DELETE] or [ALL DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET].

MENU

SETMENUCANCELA SELECT SET

DELETE

MULTI DELETE

ALL DELETE

DELETE SINGLEYES NO

If you select [MULTI DELETE], perform steps 3 onwards.If you select [ALL DELETE], select [ALL DELETE] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ★], press [MENU/SET] and then perform steps 5 onwards.(If none of the pictures have [★] displayed or [FAVORITE] ( P86 ) is set to [OFF], [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ★] does not appear on the screen.)

Press w/q to select the picture and then press r to set.

(Only when selecting [MULTI DELETE])

MENU

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SELECT EXIT

MULTI DELETE

MARK/UNMARK DELETE

Repeat the above procedure.The selected pictures appear with [A]. When r is pressed again, the setting is canceled.The icon [c] blinks red if the selected picture cannot be deleted. Cancel the protect setting. ( P87 )

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Basic

Press [ ].

Press e to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.

(Screen when selecting [MULTI DELETE])

MENU

SETMENUSELECT SET

MULTI DELETE

YESNO

DELETE THE PICTURESYOU MARKED ?

When you delete all pictures, only pictures in either of the built-in memory or the card can be deleted. (You cannot delete pictures in both the built-in memory and the card at the same time.)If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting pictures using [MULTI DELETE], [ALL DELETE] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ★], the deleting will stop halfway.

Do not turn off the camera while deleting.When deleting pictures, use batteries with suffi cient battery power or use the AC adaptor (optional).The more pictures there are to delete, the more time it takes.In the following cases, pictures are not deleted even if [ALL DELETE] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ★] is selected.

When the Write-protect switch of the SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card is set to the [LOCK] sideWhen fi les do not conform to the DCF When pictures are protected [c]

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39VQT1L68

Advanced-Shooting

About the LCD Monitor

Changing the information displayed

ADISPLAY

A LCD monitor (LCD)Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to the screen to be used.

When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During, playback zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only select “Normal display” or “Non-display”

In recording mode

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1ST DAY

1 month 10 days

10:00 JAN. 15. 2008

10:00 JAN. 15. 2008

F Normal displayG Display with recording informationH Non-display*1 The number of days that have passed

since the travel date is displayed when a picture was taken with [TRAVEL DATE] setting.

*2 Displayed when you set birthday setting for [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] in scene mode, and [WITH AGE] is selected at taking pictures.

*3 When characters are registered under [BABY] or [PET] in scene mode or [TITLE EDIT] in [PLAYBACK] mode menu, the recorded date and time appears after the registered characters are displayed for a few seconds.

Guide lineWhen recording, you can refer to the the guideline for composing.You can choose the guideline pattern from setup menu ( P23 ).

: To divide the entire screen into 3x3 for a well-balanced composition

: To align the subject on the center of the screen.

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Advanced-Shooting

Making the LCD monitor easier to see (LCD mode)

Press and hold [Q.MENU] until quick setting screen is displayed.

Q.MENU

Select indication at the right end (initial setting: [OFF]) using q, select mode using e/r and press [MENU/SET].

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AUTO POWER LCD

Brightness of the LCD monitor automatically changes depending on brightness of the environment.

POWER LCD

The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when taking pictures outdoors.

HIGH ANGLE

This is useful when you cannot get close to the subject because there is a person in the way.(More diffi cult to see when looked straight on.)

OFF The LCD monitor returns to the normal brightness.

You can set LCD mode in setup menu. (P23)High angle mode is canceled if you turn the camera off. (Same occurs in [POWER SAVE].)The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Power LCD mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again.The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is adjusted when Power LCD mode or High angle mode is activated. Therefore, some subjects may look different on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures.If the screen is diffi cult to see because of light from the sun etc. shining on it, use your hand or another object to block the light.Auto power LCD mode and high angle mode are not activated in the following cases.

While the menu screen is displayed

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41VQT1L68

Advanced-Shooting

Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash

A

A Photo fl ashDo not cover the photo fl ash with your fi ngers or any other items.Switching to the appropriate fl ash setting

Set the fl ash setting of the built-in fl ash according to the scene to be recorded.

Press q [

42VQT1L68

Advanced-Shooting

Available fl ash settings by recording modeThe available fl ash settings depend on the recording mode.(○ : Available, — : Not available, ◎ : Initial setting)

*2

*2 It becomes Forced ON [t], when the backlight compensation function is activated.

The fl ash setting may change when you change the recording mode. Change the fl ash setting again if necessary.Flash settings are retained even if you switch the camera off. However, scene mode fl ash settings return to the factory settings when you change the scene mode.

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The available fl ash range to take pictures

ISO sensitivity Available fl ash rangeAUTO 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 5.9 m

(19.36 feet) (Wide)30 cm (0.98 feet) to 3.2 m (10.50 feet) (Tele)

ISO100 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 1.8 m (5.91 feet) (Wide)30 cm (0.98 feet) to 1.0 m (3.28 feet) (Tele)





When you use the fl ash when you have set ISO sensitivity to [AUTO], ISO sensitivity automatically becomes a maximum of [ISO1000].The edges of the picture may appear dark if you shoot a very close subject with the fl ash while the zoom lever is close to the W side. Zoom in slightly if this occurs.Available fl ash range varies depending on ISO sensitivity in [HIGH SENS.].

W: approximately 115 cm (3.77 feet) to 15 m (49.21 feet)T: approximately 90 cm (2.95 feet) to 8.3 m (27.23 feet)

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The available fl ash range to take pictures in intelligent ISOISO LIMIT Available fl ash range



ISO1250 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 6.6 m (21.65 feet) (Wide)80 cm (2.62 feet) to 3.6 m (11.81 feet) (Tele)

Shutter speed for each fl ash modeFlash mode Shutter speed (sec.)

r : AUTO 1/30 to 1/2000s : AUTO/

Red-eye reduction

1/30 to 1/2000

t : Forced ONq : Forced

ON/Red-eye reduction

1/30 to 1/2000

u : Slow sync./Red-eye reduction

1/8 or1 to 1/2000*1

v : Forced OFF 1/8 or 1 to 1/2000*21/4 or 1 to 1/2000*3

*1 [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [CANDLE LIGHT] or [PARTY] mode

*2 In intelligent ISO [ ]*3 [SPORTS], [NIGHT PORTRAIT],

[CANDLE LIGHT], [BABY], and [PET] mode

The shutter speed reaches the maximum of 1 second for *1, *2 and *3 when:

Optical Image Stabilizer is [OFF]When the Optical Image Stabilizer is set to [MODE1] or [MODE2] and the camera determines that there is minimum possibility of blurring.

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The shutter speed will be different from that shown in the table in the following scene modes.

[NIGHT SCENERY]: 8 seconds to 1/2000th of a second[STARRY SKY]: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds[FIREWORKS]: 1/4th of a second, 2 seconds[HI-SPEED BURST]:1/8th of a second to 1/2000th of a second

Do not look directly at the fl ash at close range when it is activated.Do not bring the fl ash too close to objects or close the fl ash while it is activated. The objects may be discolored by its heat or lighting.While the fl ash is charged, the LCD monitor turns off and you cannot take pictures. The status indicator lights up. If the remaining battery power is low, the screen may be turned off for a longer period of time.When you take a picture beyond the available fl ash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.When the fl ash is being charged, the fl ash icon blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully.The white balance may not be properly adjusted if the photo fl ash is insuffi cient.When the shutter speed is fast, the fl ash effect may not be suffi cient.When you repeat taking a picture, recording may be disabled even if the fl ash is activated. Take a picture after the access indication disappears.The red-eye reduction effect differs between people. Also, if the subject was far away from the camera or was not looking at the fi rst fl ash, the effect may not be evident.In burst mode or auto bracket mode, you cannot use the fl ash.

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44VQT1L68

Advanced-Shooting

This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of the subject, e.g. when taking pictures of fl owers.You can take pictures approaching the subject at a distance up to 5 cm (0.16 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1 ×).

Press r (w)

Macro shooting starts.

Focus range

T

W

5 cm(0.16 feet)

30 cm(0.98 feet)

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45VQT1L68

Advanced-Shooting

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

Press w [ ].

Select shutter speed using e/r or w [ ].

MENU

SELFTIMER

SELECT SET

OFF10SEC.

2SEC.

or

Press [MENU/SET].You can also press the shutter button halfway to fi nish.When 5 seconds pass without any operation, the setting selected at the time is automatically adopted.

Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take a picture.

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The self-timer indicator A blinks and the shutter is activated after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).If you press [MENU/SET] when the self-timer is being set, the self-timer setting is canceled.

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When using a tripod or in other cases, setting the self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient way to stabilize the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button.When you press the button fully with one stroke, the subject is automatically focused just before the recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator blinks and then it may turn on brightly to work as the AF assist lamp for focusing on the subject.In intelligent mode [ ], [10SEC.] or [OFF] is selectable.In [SELF PORTRAIT] mode, [2 SEC.] or [OFF] is selectable.When you set the self-timer in burst mode, the camera starts taking a picture 2 or 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. The number of pictures taken at one time is fi xed to 3.We recommend using a tripod when setting the self-ti

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